The flight distance from Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) in Paulo Afonso, Brazil to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 16,838 kilometers (10,463 miles / 9,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Brazil with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:51 in Paulo Afonso, it's 14:51 in Shanghai. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Paulo Afonso (PAV) follows a heading of 315° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Paulo Afonso Airport (PAV) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.